Service Delivery Manager

At Cognizant we have an ideal opportunity for you to be part of one of the largest companies in the digital sector worldwide. A Great Place To Work where we look for people who contribute new ideas, experiencing a dynamic and growing environment. At Cognizant we promote an inclusive culture, where we value different perspectives providing career growth and development opportunities. #WelcomeToCognizantWe have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional individual to work supporting one of our clients as a **Service Delivery Manager**We are looking for a passionate and experienced Service Delivery Manager (SDM) to lead a team of Project Managers (PMs) within our program that provides PMs as a service. As a Pod Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality project outcomes while fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment for your team.**Responsibilities**Team Leadership & Development:- Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance management for assigned PMs.- Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment that promotes learning and development.- Identify and implement opportunities for skill development within your team.Project Management & Delivery:- Partner with your team to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality project deliverables, adhering to client-approved guidelines.- Guide the team in tracking, measuring, and reporting project metrics effectively.- Facilitate regular review meetings with stakeholders for project health evaluation and data validation.Client Relationship Management:- Collaborate with the Regional Leader in onboarding new clients and ensuring a smooth client experience.- Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders by providing clear communication and updates.- Proactively address client concerns and ensure their expectations are met or exceeded.Process Improvement:- Identify areas for process improvement within the Center of Excellence (CoE).- Develop and implement strategies to streamline operations and enhance team efficiency.- Maintain a knowledge hub for CoE project management resources and training materials.Operational Excellence:- Lead your team in creating skills inventories and assessments to optimize resource allocation.- Ensure new PMs are well-prepared for client interactions by providing onboarding support and training.- Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the team, promoting best practices.**Qualifications**- Bachelor's degree (mandatory).- PMP, Prince2, Lean Six Sigma, Scrum, or SAFe certification (preferred).- 10+ years of experience managing project/product life cycles (mandatory).- Proven experience in managing direct reports and fostering employee engagement (mandatory).- Excellent numerical and analytical skills with exposure to technology (preferred).- Excellent written and spoken English. CEFR C1 level minimum.- Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills.- Personable, approachable, and highly engaged leader who thrives in supporting and motivating a team.- Demonstrates the highest ethical standards and a commitment to continuous learning.- Self-starter with initiative, energy, and a solution-oriented mindset.- Flexible and adaptable to diverse work styles and environments.- Thrives under pressure and delivers results within deadlines.- Possesses strong problem-solving and analytical skills.- Excellent communicator who can articulate complex information clearly and concisely.- Team player who values collaboration and fosters a supportive work environment.- Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and commitment to achieving team and client goals.- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment.Why Cognizant?Improve your career in one of the largest and fastest growing IT services providers worldwideReceive ongoing support and funding with training and development plansHave a highly competitive benefits and salary packageGet the opportunity to work for leading global companiesWe are committed to respecting human rights and build a better future by helping your minds and the environmentWe invest in people and their wellbeing.We create conditions for everyone to thrive. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for any other reason covered.At Cognizant we believe than our culture make us strongerJoin us now